Wednesday
“I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change” • Four actors take on the lives of more than 20 characters as they face the trials and tribulations of dealing with the opposite sex. It’s the perfect date-night comedy for adults • Wednesday and Thursday – 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday – 8 p.m., Sunday – 2 p.m. • The Studio Theater, 4 Center Green, Carmel • $40 (senior and student discounts available) • 843-3800
The Maestro and the Lady • Join the Civic for this musical benefit event featuring Marianne Tobias and Maestro Raymond Leppard. The performance will include everything from dueling pianos to Civic’s best singers accompanied by Tobias. Cocktails and dinner will be provided afterward under the Tent on the Green. • 6 p.m. • The Tarkington, 3 Center Green, Carmel • $150 single, $1,000 group of eight • 843-3800
An Evening with Garrison Keillor • Spend an evening with one of the all-time most successful American storytellers. Keillor is best known for his hugely popular radio program A Prairie Home Companion. • 7:30 p.m. • Clowes Memorial Hall, 4602 Sunset Ave., Indianapolis • $40 to $55 • 940-6444
“The Music Man” • This all-American classic musical comedy is the tale of a lovable con man who – in order to sell musical instruments – convinces the town he can teach its children to play. • Wednesday and Thursday – 1 p.m. and 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday – 8 p.m., Sunday – 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. • Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, 9301 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • $37 to $60, includes dinner buffet • 872-9664
The Works of Suzanne H. Landshof • Beautiful work in the scale of 1 inch to the foot (1:12), all created by museum co-founder Suzanne H. Landshof • Wednesday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 1 to 4 p.m. • Museum of Miniature Houses & Other Collections, 111 E. Main St., Carmel • $5 adults, $3 children younger than 10 • 575-9466
Thursday
Sandi Patty • Come and see Sandi “The Voice” Patty perform live at the Second Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis. Daytime performance includes lunch. • 11:15 a.m. and 7 p.m. • Second Presbyterian Church, 7700 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis • $20 • 253-6461
“Guys and Dolls” • More than half a century since its Broadway debut, “Guys and Dolls” continues to delight audiences of all ages. This Tony-Award-winning production comes to Carmel in a production by the Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre • Thursday and Friday – 7 p.m., Saturday – 5 p.m. • The Tarkington, 3 Center Green, Carmel • $40 general, $20 child • 843-3800
“Forms and Function” • Come see the latest exhibit by the Hamilton County Artists’ Association. • Thursday to Saturday – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • The Birdie Gallery, 195 S. Fifth St., Noblesville • Free admission • 776-2278
175 Years: Remembering Carmel • Join the Carmel Clay Historical Society at the Woodland Country Club for its annual Springtime Luncheon. The program will feature video of longtime Carmel residents discussing the city’s past. Nancy Hinshaw will receive the society’s first annual Heritage Award. • Noon • Woodland Country Club, 100 Woodland Lane, Carmel • $45 members, $50 non-members • 587-1017
Nashville Symphony • Electric violinist Tracy Silverman will debut a new concerto by composer Terry Riley. See the orchestra perform Percy Grainger’s The Warriors, a thrilling performance of this “imaginary ballet.” • 7:30 p.m. • The Palladium, 1 Center Green, Carmel • $18 to $103 • 843-3800
Mom’s Nite Out at Clay Terrace • This free event is a wonderful way for local mothers to take a night off and get out of the house. The first 300 attendees will receive gift bags filled with giveaways and special offers. • 5 to 8 p.m. • Clay Terrace, 14390 Clay Terrace Blvd., Carmel • Free admission • 818-0725
Michael Somerville • A Notre Dame graduate, Somerville took up comedy in college but fell away from it after graduating and moving to New York City. Not being able to stand a day job, he came back to comedy and has been taking off ever since. • Thursday – 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday – 8 p.m. and 10:20 p.m. • Morty’s Comedy Joint, 3625 E. 96th St., Indianapolis • $15, two drink minimum • 848-5500
Friday
An Evening with Ted Allen • Come see Ted Allen at the Ritz Charles for the Carmel Clay Public Library Foundation fundraising event. Allen is a well-known Food Network personality and Carmel High School graduate. The evening will include a VIP cocktail reception, dinner and a presentation by Allen. • 5:30 p.m. for VIP reception, 7 p.m. for dinner • Ritz Charles, 12156 N. Meridian St., Carmel • $175 VIP, $125 for dinner/presentation • 814-3905
Lilly House Tours • Free tour of the Lilly House, home of the late Indianapolis legend, J. K. Lilly Jr. • Friday to Sunday – 2 p.m. • Lilly House Lobby, 4000 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • Free • 923-133
Saturday
Mother’s Day High Tea • The Ruby Pear will be holding its Mother’s Day High Tea this Saturday, including a surprise menu that promises to make for quite a wonderful time. Call for reservations. • 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. • The Ruby Pear Tea Parlor, 1095 Conner St., Noblesville • $24 per person • 770-8322
Second Saturday Gallery Walk • Enjoy the merchant events, activities, entertainment, culture and shopping of the Carmel Arts & Design District including guest appearances by international and local artists • 5 p.m. • Carmel Arts & Design District, 111 W. Main St., Suite 140, Carmel • Free admission • carmelartsanddesign.com
Sunday
La Bella Donna Mother’s Day Train • The La Bella Donna train will depart Hobbs Station in Noblesville and travel north along the former Nickel Plate Line to Tipton. Guests will enjoy a special luncheon at the Tipton Elks Club followed by a relaxing return trip. Call for reservations. • 11:30 a.m. • Indiana Transportation Museum, Forest Park, Noblesville • $18 adult, $10 child • 773-6000
Mother’s Day Memories at The Loft • Treat your mother to a dining experience as special as she is! Enjoy the regular brunch menu (during brunch hours) along with several new and savory items. In the evening, enjoy classical songs from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and more performed by Greg Anderson and Steve Quinn. • Brunch: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dinner: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. • Traders Point Creamery, 9101 Moore Road, Zionsville • 733-1700
Mother’s Day Brunch at Rita’s Backyard • Celebrate that special woman in your life with a lovely brunch. Rita’s offers a quiet, relaxing place to catch up with family and friends. • Rita’s Backyard Garden Center and Tea Room, 12244 E. 116th St., Fishers • $23 adults, $8 child (under 10) • 842-0235
Mother’s Day Tea • Enjoy a five-course tea with pairings, superb service, relaxed atmosphere and specially decorated tables featuring desserts by Heavenly Sweets. Call for reservations. • 1:30 p.m. • R. L. Wilson House, 273 S. 8th St., Noblesville • 770-9399
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